Kratom Addiction – The Signs and Symptoms Of Kratom Abuse

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Kratom is a plant-based psychoactive substance, related to the coffee plant. Historically, they have used it to treat diarrhea, opiate addiction and pain.

Currently, Kratom can be taken in the form of chopped leaves, tablets, or capsules. If taken in small doses, Kratom serves as a mild stimulant. However, in large doses, its effects are very much like opioid drugs. It alters the way of communication between brain cells and causes a rush of euphoria. Kratom shows this effect by binding certain brain receptors. One is advised to take Kratom only after being consulted by a medical professional and being extremely cautious.

What are the Signs and Symptoms of Kratom Addiction?

Kratom contains more than 20 biologically active compounds. Moreover, they consider it to be very addictive. Since this substance is legal, it is popular among minors who cannot buy alcohol. Drug addiction may happen with higher doses during a longer period of time. We can detect kratom addiction from the following use signs and symptoms:

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How To Notice That Somene is a Kratom Addict and Needs Help?

Naturally, all addicts deep down know they have a problem, but few are willing to face it. Therefore, that is why it is important to react as soon as addiction is visible or suspected. Look for signs in behavioral changes that may imply:

Increased risk – taking behavior, especially if a person hasn’t shown that type of behavior before

Social withdrawal

Secrecy and lying about Kratom use

Lack of interest in social and recreational activities

Decreased productivity at work or school

Becoming agitated, defensive, aggressive

Failing to stop taking drug

Irritability

Extreme mood swings

Changes in sleeping and eating habits

Weight loss

What are the Dangers of Kratom Addiction?

The main psychoactive component of the drug is mitragynine. Notably, it is many times more potent than morphine. Of course, the biggest danger of the drug is the lack of knowledge and information of about its safety. There have been three reported cases of fatal toxicity and acute liver injury due to its use. This is according to recent findings. There are also dangers of:

hallucinations

thyroid problems

delusions

lung problems

heart problems

muscle and bones aching

liver toxicity and failure – more likely to happen if one takes it orally

loss of libido

psychosis

tremor

anorexia

seizures

compulsive drug behavior

What’s Next?

Although Kratom is legal, it is highly addictive. Perhaps, the biggest problem with this substance is its availability. Furthermore, there is a lack of helpful information about its proper usage. Likewise, without any legal prohibitions, anyone can buy it online. As a result, this will increase the recreational use. And more people will suffer.

Still, abuse over a longer period of time can cause physical and psychological damage. Therefore, it is important to start the treatment for the addiction as soon as possible.

Unfortunately, Kratom dependence is a relatively new subject. As a result, there are no standardized treatments for this type of addiction. However, a professional detox facility will certainly be able to help. in addition, a trained medical staff will determine which therapy is the best for each person. An inpatient or outpatient facility can make sure that the patient completes the withdrawal process properly. That way, the patients will be able to regain their health.

Support groups and recovery organizations can help former addicts lead a drug-free life. It is their goal to decrease the risk of relapses in the future.

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Hi Louisa,
I suspect my husband to be addicted to Kratom / do you get upset easily? How’s your craving for kratom? I’m trying to find out if he is addicted… how it is hurting your family?
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